Texas Travel Information Center - Wichita Falls

Texas Travel Information Center - Wichita Falls Welcome to Texas! Travelers may also call 1-800-452-9292 from 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Automated information is available 24 hours a day.

daily for travel information, professional trip planning assistance, and highway conditions information. Clean restrooms available during operating hours
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Certified professional counselors provide professional assistance with routings, current information on points of interest, events and road conditions in the state. Also provided are free maps and a variety of free stat

ewide and local travel literature. Hours of Operation: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CT seven days a week - 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Closed only on Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day, the day before Christmas, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. Located in the "Panhandle Plains" region of Texas. Visit our Texas Highways Magazine to find out interesting places and events happening in this region.

Mineral Wells, Texas, is known for its rich history as a spa destination due to its natural mineral springs. Here are so...
02/01/2025

Mineral Wells, Texas, is known for its rich history as a spa destination due to its natural mineral springs. Here are some spa experiences you can enjoy in the area: 1. The Crazy Water Hotel and Spa – This historic hotel features the famous Crazy Water, renowned for its mineral-rich springs, which are said to have therapeutic properties. The hotel offers spa treatments designed to enhance relaxation and wellness. 2. Mineral Wells Fossil Park and Spa – While primarily known for fossil hunting and outdoor adventures, this park also offers wellness services including access to mineral springs in nearby areas, allowing you to enjoy the healing benefits of the water. 3. Brazos River Retreat – Located nearby, this peaceful retreat offers spa services, perfect for couples looking to unwind and enjoy the tranquil beauty of nature, along with mineral water therapy. Mineral Wells is a great destination for anyone looking to rejuvenate with a combination of history, natural mineral springs, and relaxing spa treatments.

If you want to stay up to date on events happening around Texas in the upcoming months, then make sure to pick up a Texa...
01/31/2025

If you want to stay up to date on events happening around Texas in the upcoming months, then make sure to pick up a Texas Highways Events Calendar at your nearest Texas Travel Information Center! The calendar is separated into the different regions of Texas and lists upcoming events in every city! Learn more at www.texashighways.com/texas-highways-events-calendar/

In celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, here are three Texas locations he visited. In October 1959, Dr. King spoke...
01/15/2025

In celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, here are three Texas locations he visited.

In October 1959, Dr. King spoke to 400 people at Fort Worth’s Majestic Theater, which was later demolished; a marker now commemorates his visit.

In March 1962, he delivered his “Civil Liberties and Social Action” speech to nearly 1,200 people at the Texas Union building in Austin, advocating for nonviolent action.

On October 17, 1967, Dr. King spoke at Houston’s Sam Houston Coliseum, where his speech was briefly interrupted by Klansmen using stink bombs, but he continued undeterred. Martin Luther King Jr.’s visits were significant in his advocacy for equality and justice

Happy New Year y’all! With a new year comes a new opportunity to visit every Texas state park! Visiting all 88 Texas sta...
01/13/2025

Happy New Year y’all!

With a new year comes a new opportunity to visit every Texas state park! Visiting all 88 Texas state parks has started to become a popular challenge among travelers, and the Texas State Parks Official Guide is here to help. This guide contains information on every Texas state park including maps, activities to do in each park, and more! Pick one up at your nearest Texas Travel Information Center and learn more at http://www.tpwd.texas.gov.

The Texas Travel Information Center in Wichita Falls will be closed Tuesday, December 24th and Wednesday, December 25th ...
12/23/2024

The Texas Travel Information Center in Wichita Falls will be closed Tuesday, December 24th and Wednesday, December 25th in observance of Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. The lobby will open again at 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 26th. We here at the Texas Travel Information Centers wish you and your loved ones a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

Texas is home to many festive holiday towns! Here’s a few places to visit around Texas that will get you into the holida...
12/15/2024

Texas is home to many festive holiday towns! Here’s a few places to visit around Texas that will get you into the holiday spirit:
Fredericksburg goes all out for the holidays by dressing the whole town in festive decor. This German-rooted town also throws a cheerful holiday festival every year called “Fredericksburg’s Christmas Night of Lights.”
If you’re looking for some dazzling holiday light displays, Johnson City is the place to go. The Johnson City Lights Spectacular that is held every year is so bright that NASA reported it being viewable from space!
Grapevine, which was officially declared the “Christmas Capital of Texas”, holds over a thousand festive events during the holiday season. With parades, performances, Christmas “wine trains”, and more, there’s something for everyone to do in Texas’s Christmas capital!
There are many more jolly towns to explore around Texas, so we encourage you to travel the state and find your next holiday getaway!

The holiday season is a wonderful time to celebrate with friends and family, but it can also be a dangerous time to be b...
12/01/2024

The holiday season is a wonderful time to celebrate with friends and family, but it can also be a dangerous time to be behind the wheel if you celebrate with alcohol. TxDOT’s “Drive Sober. No Regrets.” campaign urges drivers to never get behind the wheel after drinking alcohol and to use a rideshare service, public transportation, designate a sober driver, call a loved one, or stay put instead. Let’s keep everyone safe this holiday! Visit https://www.txdot.gov/safety/traffic-safety-campaigns/holiday-season.html to learn more

11/22/2024

Thanksgiving travel is just days away. Remember to stop in at any of TxDOT’s 12 Travel Information Centers or Safety Rest Stops to take a break. Wichita Falls

Turkey season is here! In Texas, you can find three types of turkeys. The Eastern Wild Turkey is found in the humid regi...
11/21/2024

Turkey season is here! In Texas, you can find three types of turkeys. The Eastern Wild Turkey is found in the humid regions of East Texas, such as the Piney Woods, with males having colorful feathers and females displaying duller shades. The Rio Grande Turkey is the most common, seen near rivers in north, south, and central Texas, with males having similar colors to the Eastern Wild Turkey and females mostly brown. The Merriam’s Turkey, the rarest in Texas, is found in a few mountainous areas in West Texas and features white-tipped tail feathers against a dark body. For more information about Texas turkeys and wildlife, visit https://tpwd.texas.gov/.

To celebrate Thanksgiving coming up soon, here are a few fun things to do around Texas during the holiday! The Dallas YM...
11/21/2024

To celebrate Thanksgiving coming up soon, here are a few fun things to do around Texas during the holiday! The Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot begins on Thanksgiving Day (November 28th) at 8:30 am or 9:00 am. The event has both 8 mile and 5k runs/walks for all ages and encourages everyone to wear their favorite Thanksgiving-themed costume! Visit
www.ymcadallas.org/turkeytrot to learn more.

If you feel like being in nature this Thanksgiving, try visiting Caddo Lake in East Texas! The park has a group hall that can be rented and used for you and your family to enjoy a Thanksgiving feast. You can also enjoy fishing, hiking, and many more fun activities while you’re there this holiday. Learn more at https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/caddo-lake.

The Dallas Cowboys will be playing against the New York Giants at AT&T Stadium in Arlington on Thanksgiving Day! Whether you’re cheering from the stands or from your couch, we hope you enjoy the big game in Texas this Thanksgiving! We hope everyone here in Texas has a Happy Thanksgiving!

Halloween is almost here, and Texas offers some exciting attractions. The Cutting Edge Haunted House in Fort Worth, loca...
10/30/2024

Halloween is almost here, and Texas offers some exciting attractions. The Cutting Edge Haunted House in Fort Worth, located in an old meatpacking plant, features impressive special effects, live actors, and creepy creatures. Learn more at https://www.cuttingedgehauntedhouse.com/ Forest of Fear in San Jacinto County offers a spine-chilling 1/3-mile drive through a haunted East Texas forest with animatronics and live actors. For a family-friendly option, visit the Austin Zoo from October 4–26 between 6:30–9:00pm for Boo at the Zoo, where you can enjoy costumes, illuminated displays, and a haunted train ride. Explore more thrilling Halloween attractions across Texas!

10/15/2024

The Burrito Shop has been serving customers in downtown Wichita Falls for more than three decades.

Texas is home to a variety of bats. The Brazilian Free-tailed Bat, one of the most common in Texas, may migrate to Mexic...
10/15/2024

Texas is home to a variety of bats. The Brazilian Free-tailed Bat, one of the most common in Texas, may migrate to Mexico later this month, so visit Bracken Cave near New Braunfels to see millions of them before they leave. The Eastern Red Bat, with its distinctive reddish color and small ears, lives in trees across the state. Rafinesque’s Big-eared Bat, known for its large ears and dark color, is found only in East Texas pine forests and is a threatened species. TxDOT’s Bat Program helps protect bats and their roosts by coordinating bridge evaluations with biologists. Learn more at https://www.txdot.gov/about/campaigns-outreach.html

Texas has many fun activities to offer this fall! Graff 7A Ranch in Hondo offers a variety of fall staple activities thi...
10/02/2024

Texas has many fun activities to offer this fall! Graff 7A Ranch in Hondo offers a variety of fall staple activities this month including hayrides, co****le, and more! The ranch is home to a 3 acre pumpkin patch and the 8 acre South Texas Maize. Learn more at https://graff7aranch.com/ The State Fair of Texas in Dallas started late last month and is open until October 20th! This popular event has many attractions including a 55-foot-tall figure named Big Tex, the Texas Star Ferris Wheel, parades, and more! Learn more at https://bigtex.com/ With temperatures cooling down in Texas this month, now is a great time to visit Big Bend National Park in southwest Texas! Explore this vast desert landscape full of fossils, wildlife, and more whilst enjoying the cooler weather this month. Learn more at https://www.nps.gov/bibe/index.htm There are many more fall activities to enjoy in Texas, so we encourage everyone to travel the state and find more fun things to do this month!

Texas is known for its delicious dishes. Chicken Fried Steak, invented in Lamesa, is crispy on the outside, tender on th...
09/24/2024

Texas is known for its delicious dishes. Chicken Fried Steak, invented in Lamesa, is crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and covered in creamy gravy. Chili, while its exact origin is debated, was popularized by Hispanic vendors in San Antonio. Fajitas, initially created by Texas vaqueros and popularized by Mama Ninfa in Houston, feature grilled steak, peppers, onions, and tortillas. Explore Texas to discover more tasty Lone Star dishes!

Most schools across Texas started the new school year recently, so TxDot wants to remind everyone to keep students safe ...
09/15/2024

Most schools across Texas started the new school year recently, so TxDot wants to remind everyone to keep students safe by driving cautiously in school zones and around school buses. Driving in school zones can be dangerous as kids can suddenly dart into traffic, so make sure to slow down, follow traffic laws, and pay attention in order to keep children safe. Remember: Be safe. Drive smart.

For more information, visit https://www.txdot.gov/safety/traffic-safety-campaigns/back-to-school.html

Labor Day weekend should be a holiday for relaxation and fun with friends and family. However, Labor Day can unfortunate...
09/01/2024

Labor Day weekend should be a holiday for relaxation and fun with friends and family. However, Labor Day can unfortunately be a dangerous time to be on the road because of drunk drivers. TxDot’s “Drive Sober. No Regrets.” campaign aims to spread awareness about the dangers of drunk driving. If you decide to celebrate by drinking this Labor Day, be sure to make the right decision and plan ahead for a safe and sober way to travel, whether it be public transportation, rideshare, or having a designated driver. Remember that drunk driving crashes are 100% preventable.

Learn more at: https://www.txdot.gov/safety/traffic-safety-campaigns/labor-day.html

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What is a "Rollover Convincer"? It's a truck cab that is rotated to simulate rollover wrecks. It mimics the effects on the occupants inside the cab. Come see it at the TxDOT Safety Event, Tuesday, November 21st, from 10 am to 1 pm at the Texas Travel Information Center in Wichita Falls on US – 287 Exit 1C. Information will also be available on impaired driving, car seat safety, etc.

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